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Texans Fall to Cowboys, 30-34: The Good, Bad and Ugly From Week 4

The Houston Texans are now at a brutal 0-4 record on the 2026 season after dropping their Week 4 matchup against the Dallas Cowboys, 30-34. It's a record

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Update on DeMeco Ryans hot-seat rumors emerge after Texans lose to Cowboys, fall to 0-4

What was advertised to be an elite Houston defense was torched by Cowboys wide receiver CeeDee Lamb to the tune of 17 receptions for 189 yards on Sunday.

CeeDee Lamb reveals mindset after career-high performance in Cowboys' win over Texans

Underachieving defense is Texans' biggest problem right now

CeeDee Lamb saves Cowboys from 1-3 start with incredible outing vs. Texans

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NFL News / Athlon Sports / October 5

3 Key Takeaways From Texans' 34-30 Loss to Cowboys

The Houston Texans had the Dallas Cowboys on the ropes twice but still walked away with a 34-30 loss at home. Houston led by 10 points at halftime and took a 30-27 lead with just 2:23 left, only for Dallas to answer with the game-winning touchdown.

Houston Texans News / TWSN / October 5

Houston Texans’ Defensive Regression Is Becoming Impossible to Ignore

The Houston Texans‘ defense built a reputation and was one of the most dominant and feared units heading into the 2026 NFL season. However, things have completely changed as that unit is now regressing.

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Ranking the NFL's backup quarterbacks for the 2026 season

A few trades have rearranged the NFL's backup quarterback ranks, but the dust has mostly settled. From a mix of recent first-round disappointments, aging vets, and young project types, here is how the league's QB2 ranks look for the 2026 season.

NFL News / Yardbarker / October 5

CeeDee Lamb reveals mindset after career-high performance in Cowboys' win over Texans

Lamb produced a performance worthy of Offensive Player of the Year Award votes.

CeeDee Lamb saves Cowboys from 1-3 start with incredible outing vs. Texans

NFL Week 4 winners, losers: CeeDee Lamb dominates; Justin Herbert flops again

Underachieving defense is Texans' biggest problem right now

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C.J. Stroud News / HITC / October 5

CJ Stroud drops iPhone comparison about Houston Texans after 0-4 start to season

The Houston Texans suffered their fourth defeat of the season as they were beaten 34-30 by their state rivals, the Dallas Cowboys on Sunday. In a game of two halves, the Texans went into the break with a 10-point lead.

Nico Collins News / Athlon Sports / October 5

Nico Collins Shares Thoughts After Texans' Heartbreaking Loss in Week 4

The Houston Texans came agonisingly close to their first win of the season but fell to the Dallas Cowboys 34-30 on Sunday. Houston led by 10 points at halftime and regained a 30-27 advantage late in the fourth quarter, only for Dallas to drive 74 yards and score the winning touchdown with 40 seconds left.

C.J. Stroud News / NFL on ClutchPoints / October 5

CJ Stroud makes interesting ‘iPhone’ remark amid Texans’ brutal 0-4 start

The Houston Texans have a lot of soul-searching to do after remaining winless in four games. The Texans fell short against the Dallas Cowboys, 34-30, at Reliant Stadium on Sunday.

DeMeco Ryans News / NFL on ClutchPoints / October 5

Texans’ DeMeco Ryans pins brutal Cowboys loss firmly on vaunted defense

DeMeco Ryans heavily criticized the defensive performance his Houston Texans squad had in their 34-30 loss to the Dallas Cowboys on Sunday afternoon. Ryans has been a head coach in the NFL since 2023, going through his fourth year at the helm with the Texans.

Houston Texans News / Athlon Sports / October 5

DeMeco Ryans Sends Message on C.J. Stroud After Texans' Loss to Cowboys

Houston Texans came within seconds of their first win of the season but fell to the Dallas Cowboys 34-30 at home. The Texans led 30-27 with just over two minutes remaining before Dak Prescott engineered a 74-yard touchdown drive, capped by a 12-yard pass to CeeDee Lamb with 40 seconds left.

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25 NFL players who could retire after the 2026 season

NFL stars can't play forever, and retirement is coming sooner than later for some of the league's top players. These 25 players could call it quits following the 2026 season.

David Montgomery News / TWSN / October 4

It’s Time to Bench David Montgomery in Fantasy Football

After Week 4, it is completely clear that the Houston Texans have a ground game issue as they are collectively struggling to run efficiently and lack a clear game plan overall to create an efficient ground game overall.

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Houston Texans News / Houston Texans on SI / October 4

7 Texans Takeaways From Crushing 30-34 Loss vs. Cowboys in Week 4

The Houston Texans have now dropped to a lowly 0-4 after a deflating Week 4 loss to the Dallas Cowboys, 30-34. It was a game that, overall, felt like the

Houston Texans News / Yardbarker / October 4

Underachieving defense is Texans' biggest problem right now

Their biggest issue right now might be the side of the ball that was supposed to be their biggest strength.

CeeDee Lamb saves Cowboys from 1-3 start with incredible outing vs. Texans

Cowboys stun Texans 34-30 behind CeeDee Lamb, huge second half

The 'NFL RB TD-catch leaders' quiz

Houston Texans News / NFLTradeRumors.co / October 4

Seahawks Hosting RB Joe Mixon

According to Jay Glazer, the Seahawks are hosting veteran RB Joe Mixon for a visit today. Earlier this offseason, the Chiefs, Broncos, and Steelers were reported to be monitoring Mixon, who missed the entire 2025 season with lower-body injuries.

NFL News / Athlon Sports / October 4

Texans Week 4 Inactives: Who’s In, Who’s Out for Week 4 vs. Cowboys

Houston Texans host the Dallas Cowboys in a must-win matchup today at 1 p.m. ET at NRG Stadium. Houston are at 0-3 while Dallas at 1-2, and neither team started the season as expected.

NFL News / Houston Texans on SI / October 4

Texans Announce 5 Inactives for Week 4 vs. Cowboys — With One Big Surprise

The Houston Texans and Dallas Cowboys have officially released their list of inactives for their Week 4 matchup. When it comes to the Texans, they'll be without five select players on Sunday due to injury or simply as a healthy scratch–– and one of those names sitting on the sidelines comes as a bit of a surprise.

Houston Texans News / Athlon Sports / October 4

Texans Roster Tracker: Every Move Made Ahead of Week 4

Houston Texans have a little room for error today. They host the Dallas Cowboys at 1 p.m. ET at NRG Stadium with an 0-3 record. Dallas enters at 1-2, so both teams need a win to keep their seasons from slipping early.

Jadeveon Clowney News / NFL on ClutchPoints / October 4

Will Jadeveon Clowney return from injury for Week 4 as Texans try to save season?

The Houston Texans take on the Dallas Cowboys at 1 p.m. ET on Sunday, Oct. 4. Edge rusher Jadeveon Clowney is on the injury report and has been listed as questionable.

Houston Texans News / Houston Texans on SI / October 4

Texans' 3 Biggest Keys to Victory vs. Cowboys in Must-Win Week 4 Game

The Houston Texans have a pivotal Week 4 game on tap this Sunday against the Dallas Cowboys––one in which they'll be trying to land their first victory of the 2026 NFL season after going winless through the first three weeks of the year.

Houston Texans News / Field Level Media / October 2

WR Nico Collins set to return for Texans, Joey Porter Jr. may go for Cowboys

Houston Texans standout receiver Nico Collins was a full practice participant on Friday and is set to play in Sunday's home game against the Dallas Cowboys.

Houston Texans News / NFLTradeRumors.co / October 2

Texans Worked Out Seven Offensive Players

Per the NFL Transactions wire, the Houston Texans hosted seven offensive players for tryouts on Friday, including RB Jaret Patterson. The full list includes:

British Brooks News / NFLTradeRumors.co / October 2

Texans Place FB British Brooks On Injured Reserve

According to Aaron Wilson, the Texans placed FB British Brooks on injured reserve due to a hamstring injury on Friday. He’ll miss a minimum of four games on injured reserve. Brooks, 26, originally signed with the Texans as an undrafted free agent out of North Carolina in 2024.

NFL News / Field Level Media / October 1